Dr. Arteaga, a specialist in Endoscopic spine surgery, will this one participate September 23 as an instructor in the Pre-Congress Course of the 3rd Biannual Congress of the SECPEC (Spanish Society of Percutaneous and Endoscopic Spine Surgery), in Valencia, under the motto that perfectly summarizes where this specialty is headed: «Minimal invasion: the logical evolution».
He will share the bill with the Dr. Rafael Portela Portugal, the Dr. Rodrigo Borges (Brazil) and the Dr. Edgar Martín Castañeda (Spain) and other international specialists, in a workshop designed to transmit, first-hand, the practical knowledge of endoscopic spine surgery to other surgeons.
Why this matters more than it seems
Being invited to teach at a pre-congress course by the leading scientific society in Spain for this technique is no ordinary recognition. It means that other surgeons—those best equipped to judge the true mastery of a surgical technique—are going to learn directly from your experience in the operating room. And it means that, as the discipline evolves, Dr. Arteaga is not watching from the outside: he is helping to build it and to teach the next generation of specialists.
The very motto of the course, «minimal invasion: the logical evolution», summarize the core focus of today's spine surgery: it is increasingly possible to treat conditions such as herniated discs or spinal stenosis through an endoscopic approach, with millimeter-sized incisions, less tissue damage, and a markedly faster recovery than with conventional open surgery.
A course with an international outlook
The international composition of the instructor panel is no coincidence: the Endoscopic spine surgery it has become a field of constant exchange between countries, where techniques are shared and perfected collaboratively. The fact that Dr. Arteaga is one of the Spanish instructors in a course of this profile is a clear indicator of where he stands within that community.
What this means if you are considering endoscopic spine surgery
If you have been dealing with lower back or sciatic pain for a while and are considering your options, choosing a surgeon who teaches the technique—rather than just practicing it—is an added guarantee: it implies that their mastery of endoscopic surgery is recognized by their peers, and that they stay up to date on every advancement in a rapidly changing discipline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SECPEC?
The Spanish Society of Percutaneous and Endoscopic Spine Surgery it is the benchmark scientific society in Spain for spinal endoscopic techniques.
When and where is the 3rd SECPEC Biennial Congress?
September 23, 2026, in Valencia, starting with the Pre-congress Course «Minimally invasive: the logical evolution».
What role does Dr. Arteaga have in the congress?
Participate as an instructor of the Pre-Congress Course, alongside international specialists, training other surgeons in endoscopic spine surgery.
What is minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery?
A technique that allows treating pathologies such as herniated discs through millimeter-sized incisions, with less tissue damage and faster recovery than open surgery.
About Dr. Arteaga
The Dr. Arteaga He is a neurosurgeon specialized in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery in Seville. Guest instructor at the 3rd SECPEC Biannual Congress 2026 (Valencia).
You can see the original event post in the LinkedIn of SEPEC
